Intern, Environmental Health and Safety

Position Summary:

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The primary role of the EHS intern is to support EHS compliance activities related to the Gene Therapy Manufacturing Facility located in Bedford, MA and Quality Control Labs located in Woburn, MA.  This includes supporting EHS functions within manufacturing, facilities, engineering, warehouse, laboratories, and office spaces.  This role will support site inspections, data management, metric reporting, and continuous improvement projects. In addition, this assignment will offer the opportunity to learn about gene therapy manufacturing and hands-on experience supporting manufacturing process systems in a GMP environment and Quality Control laboratories.

Work Model: 

Core Lab & Ops: This role typically requires that the majority of the work be conducted on-site and thus will be subject to certain on-site safety protocols during the pandemic.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, deliver and support EHS department communications (safety alerts, events, training).
• Assist with EHS Insight data management including incident investigations, hazard reporting, inspections, corrective actions, and compliance tasks.
• Assist in coordination and execution of Emergency Response activities (evacuation, medical, spill response, business continuity).
• Assist with contractor management oversight, including developing Job Hazard Analysis and safe work permits.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders (Facilities, Quality Control) regarding inspection findings and corrective action planning.
• Support a fast-paced work environment with many tasks and shifting priorities.

Requirements:

• BS/BA in technical discipline: Safety, Environmental, Life Sciences, Engineering or similar field.
• 0-1 year experience in the EHS field, prior internship is desired.
• Strong communication and organization skills. Creative problem-solving capabilities

Physical Demands/Work Environment/Safety Considerations:

• Stand for extended periods of time with periodic stooping / bending / kneeling
• Able to lift, push, pull up to 50lbs.
• Climb ladders and stairs of various heights.
• Work in a controlled environment requiring GxP gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet, and body. This requir